Jim Kenney is looking forward to not being mayor. What would happen if he resigns?
With a year and a half left in his term, Philadelphia’s 99th mayor once again faces mounting calls for his resignation.
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Summer photos at Devil's Pool ⛰️
What we know about the July Fourth shooting that disrupted Philly’s fireworks
Two police officers were wounded. It's unclear if they were shot intentionally.
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